YearToAvoid

2009 Infiniti FX35 Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

Good The 2009 Infiniti FX35 ranks 6th worst of 9 model years, with a complaint index of 38 and a Good verdict relative to other FX35 years. NHTSA lists 20 complaints, 1 recall, and no crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths tied to this year.

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index
38/100
#6 of 9 FX35 years
Verdict
Good
vs. other years of this model
Complaints
20
unique NHTSA reports
Recalls
1
distinct NHTSA campaigns
Crashes
0
reported in complaints
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Top issue
Structure & Body
Best nearby year
2011
rated Best
NHTSA overall rating
Not rated
EPA combined MPG
18.5
16 city / 22 hwy
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Top 2009 Infiniti FX35 problems

Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Other4 (20%)
  2. Structure & Body3 (15%)
  3. Airbags2 (10%)
  4. Electrical System2 (10%)
  5. Engine2 (10%)
  6. Steering2 (10%)
  7. Suspension, Wheels & Tires2 (10%)
  8. Transmission & Powertrain2 (10%)
  9. Visibility & Wipers2 (10%)
  10. Fuel System1 (5%)

A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.

What owners report

  • Some owners report sudden electrical failures with the speedometer, turn signals, and brake lights malfunctioning at once, along with the car refusing to turn off.
  • Owners describe getting electrical shocks when touching the door after exiting the vehicle.
  • Some report a fuel gauge that gave inaccurate readings without a cause the dealer could identify.
  • Owners describe abrupt RPM spikes while braking, forcing sudden downshifts to regain control.
  • Some report sudden engine failure accompanied by loss of steering and braking assist.
  • Owners describe steering vibration with a clicking noise traced to the transfer case, plus a separate steering shaft recall issue.
2009 Infiniti FX35 complaints: complaints filed per month2Mar 2010Dec 2011Aug 2014Jan 2017Jul 2019Jul 2021
20 complaints filed with NHTSA from Mar 2010 to Mar 2023; peak Jan 2017 (2).

2009 Infiniti FX35 recalls

1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 15V054000Feb 2, 2015Steering16,973 vehicles

    Steering:column

    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2008 Infiniti EX35 vehicles equipped with the power tilt/telescope option included in the premium package, manufactured June 29, 2007, to April 25, 2008, 2009 Infiniti FX35 and FX45 vehicles manufactured October 31, 2007, to April 16, 2008, and 2009 Nissan GT-R vehicles manufactured March 14, 2007, to April 25, 2008. The steering column outer tube may not be round, resulting in extra stress being applied to the upper steering bearing. This stress may cause the bearing retainer to fracture, creating extra play in the steering wheel or a possible loss of steering.

    Risk: Extra play in the steering wheel or a loss of steering may increase the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering shaft on the Infiniti EX35, FX35, and FX45 vehicles, and will replace the steering column assembly on the Nissan GT-R vehicles, free of charge. The recall began on March 9, 2015. Infiniti owners may contact customer service at 1-800-662-6200. Nissan owners may contact the GT-R hotline at 1-866-668-1487.

2009 Infiniti FX35 fuel economy and fuel cost

City
16 MPG
Highway
22 MPG
Combined
18.5 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$4,325
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel
Premium
Current regular gas
$4.32/gal
national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2009 compared with other FX35 years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100200520062007200820092010201120122013
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2007Avoid7537417.5
2008Avoid10035417.5
2009Good3820118.5
2010Good2513018.5
2011Best1311018.5

All Infiniti FX35 years: best and worst →

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2009 Infiniti FX35 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaints and recalls, the 2009 FX35 has a complaint index of 38 and ranks 6th worst among 9 FX35 model years, earning a Good verdict relative to other years.
What problems does the 2009 Infiniti FX35 have?
NHTSA lists 20 complaints spread across structure and body, airbags, electrical system, engine, steering, suspension, transmission, and visibility, with no single area dominating.
Does the 2009 Infiniti FX35 have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2009 FX35, covering a steering shaft replacement on FX35 and related Infiniti models; it is not a do-not-drive recall.
What year Infiniti FX35 should I avoid instead?
NHTSA data shows worse complaint indexes for 2005 (88), 2007 (75), and 2008 (100), all rated Avoid, while 2009 is rated Good by comparison.
What is the fuel economy of the 2009 Infiniti FX35?
EPA rates the 2009 FX35 at 18.5 mpg combined (16 city / 22 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,325.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.